DJ KHALED UNLEASHES BIGGEST ALBUM EVENT OF 2019, FATHER OF ASAHD, TODAY

LAUNCHES MEDIA TAKEOVER TONIGHT ON THE COUCH AT THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON

COVERS SPECIAL EDITION OF XXL MAGAZINE

MTV PRESENTS: KHALED-CON

(Los Angeles, CA – May 17, 2019) After an emotional and monumental rollout, DJ Khaled unveils his twelfth full-length album and the music blockbuster of the summer, Father of Asahd, in stores and at all digital retailers today. Upon going live, it shot to the #1 of iTunes Overall Top Albums Chart and #1 on the Top Hip-Hop/Rap Albums Chart.

On Wednesday, The GRAMMY® nominated multiplatinum artist, music industry visionary, innovative influencer, mogul, and mega-producer set the stage for the album’s arrival by sharing a heartfelt and personal open letter on Instagram in regards to the passing of friend, close collaborator, and Los Angeles hip-hop legend Nipsey Hussle. See the full letter below.

In the piece, Khaled, co-writers, producers and label partners are donating 100% of all of their proceeds from “Higher” to Nipsey’s children, Emani and Kross. As “vibrating on a ‘Higher’ level was the essence of Nipsey’s soul,” the song amplifies this vibration on the highest level possible.

Last night, he debuted the heavenly music video for the track. Threaded together by some of the West Coast icon’s boldest bars and a skyscraping refrain from the crooner, the song might just be the most powerful in Khaled’s catalog. The visual shares a heartstring-tugging story befitting of his legacy.

Khaled launched a full-scale media takeover on Wednesday. First up, he premiered the album cover art on the Times Square Jumbotron as chronicled by EXTRA TV!Tonight, he hits the couch on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for what promises to be an unforgettable chat. XXL launches a special-edition issue starring Khaled and We The Best Music Group today—available HERE.

Tomorrow night Saturday May 18, he shuts down Saturday Night Live as the musical guest for the Season Finale. Expect an unbelievable crew of surprise collaborators! Sunday May 19, he heads over to BRAVO to appear on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. Wednesday May 22, he guests on Live With Kelly & Ryan and concludes this run Thursday May 23 with an appearance on CBS This Morning with Gayle King. It all feels like another new beginning though…

Khaled also continues his partnership with Viacom on his historic release. MTV Presents “KHALEDCON“, an immersive, pop up fan luv experience in their Times Square studios all day today. Khaled will be Livestreaming with Sway from the event at 4p on MTV’s YouTube and Facebook. MTV and BET will be airing all the videos on their world famous Times Sq digital billboards throughout the weekend. MTV Live and BET Jams will have Khaled video takeovers all day Monday May 20 at 12pm on MTV Live and Jams Tuesday May 21 at 6am.

Father of Asahd: The Album Experience will be screened before Khaled sits down with Elliott Wilson for an in-depth CRWN interview about the project. The streaming service will still be celebrating the highly anticipated album with an exclusive album release party in NYC on Friday, May 17. TIDAL members have the chance to celebrate with Khaled himself as he launches his 11th studio album.

Additionally, he joined forces with Amazon Music for a massive out of home campaign. The campaign started with billboards in New York City and Los Angeles showcasing some of the featured artists from the album in conjunction with a daily feature in Amazon Music’s program, “Today in Music.”. The campaign continues with nationwide out of home advertising in all 50 states booked through Milk Money, an on-demand media planning and buying platform. DJ Khaled is the first recording artist to utilize out of home media across 50 states to promote an album release.

DJ Khaled collaborated with ecommerce powerhouse SHOP.COM on Father of Asahd; this exclusive collaboration offers the album digital download plus a bundle of the album digital download with special DJ Khaled/Father of Asahd packaged & branded Isotonix® Essentials Turn Up energy supplement or Awake® Energy Shots in Grape. These products are available for purchase at www.SHOP.COM.

Father of Asahd extends Khaled’s legacy to new heights once more.

A trendsetting force, musical visionary, and icon of unparalleled influence, DJ Khaled sets the pace for the culture. To date, he has sold 18 million singles. His last two albums—the gold-certified Major Key[2016] and platinum-certified GRAMMY® Award-nominated Grateful [2017]—each bowed at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 and yielded an unmatched string of number one hits, including the quintuple-platinum “I’m The One” [feat. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, & Lil Wayne], triple-platinum “Wild Thoughts” [feat. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller], double-platinum “For Free” [feat. Drake], and more. 2018 saw him assume the role of a judge on Fox’s top-rated smash The Four in addition to co-headlining a blockbuster spring tour with Demi Lovato. With everything he does, he changes and elevates the game and determines the path for all to follow. That continues now.

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, Sara Bareilles sends a very special message to moms around the world.

Today, she unveils a new digital track entitled “Shiny,” and it serves as a sweet reminder about the importance of motherhood. These honest and heartfelt lyrics allow every mom to see just how special she is.

Following the chart-topping success of her new album Amidst the Chaos, the Grammy®, Tony® and Emmy® Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actress, and author once again teamed up with Academy® Award winner and producer T Bone Burnett for the song.

It doesn’t stop there. Next week, she drops the Official Remix of the single “Fire” by dance music powerhouse Dave Audé [Madonna, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Rihanna]. The Remixwill arrive on Friday May 17.

Bareilles’s fifth full-length and first collection of original material since 2013, Amidst the Chaos [Epic Records], landed in stores and online April 5. Upon release, it bowed at #6 on the Billboard Top 200. To celebrate the record, she performed everywhere from Saturday Night Live and Good Morning America to The Late Late Show with James Corden, andThe Talk. Next up, she launches her much-anticipated return to the road this fall on The Amidst The Chaos Tour, which sees her grace hallowed stages of Hollywood Bowl, Madison Square Garden, and below.

Check out the full itinerary enclosed.

Be on the lookout for more big news soon!

2018 marked yet another landmark year for Sara. Among numerous accolades, she co-hosted the Tony Awards®, received an Emmy® Award nomination for her role in “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert,” as well as a GRAMMY® Award nomination for the “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert” soundtrack and garnered the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s Hal David Starlight Award. She also teamed up with Apple as an executive producer for “Little Voice” a 10-episode series, which she will create the original music for. This continued an impressive run of music and creative projects. 2013’s Blessed Unrest would be nominated as “Album of the Year” at the GRAMMY® Awards. Shortly after, she penned the music for the Broadway hit, Waitress, for which she achieved her first Tony® Award nomination for “Best Score” and a 2017 GRAMMY® nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album.” She also made her Broadway acting debut in 2017 by stepping into the lead role in Waitress.

A club-ready beat, claps, and throwback production underline the seductive interplay of Mitchell and Nesbitt. As their voices entwine, the singers detail a love reserved for long after last call evidenced by the hook, “Baby, can we just keep it after hours?”

Meanwhile, the super sexy music video intercuts vibrant vignettes of each vocalist as they sing to each other with pops of neon, bright sunlight, and idyllic color by the time they finally meet.

Sporting a slick and show-stopping voice, sharp songwriting chops, and endless charisma, AJ Mitchell emerges as a stylish and soulful new leading man for pop R&B. Born and raised in Bellville, IL, he went from uploading highly-trafficked covers on social media to personally writing and recording his 2017 breakout single “Used To Be.” The latter clocked 33 million Spotify streams as he inked a deal with Epic Records and relocated to Los Angeles.

Mitchell’s 2018 major label debut EP, Hopeful, maintained his meteoric momentum with a string of hits such as “I Don’t Want You Back” (12.8 million streams) and “Girls” (8.7 million streams). Meanwhile, he regularly averaged over 1.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify. His most recent track, “All My Friends” has already amassed over 16 million streams and just entered the Top 30 on the Pop Radio chart. Attracting acclaim, VEVO named him a 2019 DSCVR “Artist To Watch,” and he performed on The Today Show, Good Day New York, and KTLA. Reaching 2 million cumulative followers by 2019, he kicked off the new year with the launch of the “Hopeful Tour” alongside his “No Plans” collaborator Marteen on the bill as support.

With more music on the horizon, all signs point to superstardom for Mitchell!

TOUR DATES:

5/10

Pontiac, MI

Pike Room

5/14

New York, NY

Gramercy Theatre

5/22

Atlanta, GA

Vinyl

21 SAVAGE ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN SUMMER HEADLINE TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUEST DABABY TICKETS ON SALE TO GENERAL PUBLIC STARTING FRIDAY MAY 10

BILLBOARD #1 SECOND ALBUM i am > i was OUT NOW ON THE COVER OF BILLBOARD MAGAZINE (Los Angeles, CA – May 7, 2019) Making his […]

(Los Angeles, CA – May 7, 2019) Making his anxiously awaited return to the road, GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum-certified rapper, artist, and visionary 21 Savage reveals the details for a full-scale North American headline tour this summer. Produced by Live Nation, the 21 Savage I AM > I WAS tour will kick off July 10 in Oklahoma City and make stops in 20 cities before wrapping up on August 16 in his hometown of Atlanta. Tickets go on sale to general public beginning Friday, May 10 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com. In addition, a limited number of VIP Packages will also be available, including premium tickets, meet & greets, early entry, exclusive merch and more.

Check out the full confirmed itinerary below.

This will be the artist’s first tour in support of his gold-certified second full-length, i am > i was [Slaughter Gang/Epic Records] and biggest headline run to date. The album continues to resound throughout culture. Among many successes, the single “a lot” recently garnered a platinum plaque, nearing 200 million streams on Spotify. Total streams for the tracklisting as a whole quickly approach half-a-billion across platforms.

Not to mention, it uninspired unmatched critical praise. Proclaiming it “a great artistic leap forward,”High Snobiety bestowed a coveted 4.5-out-of-5 score on the album. Varietypredicted, “It’s surprising, considering his bona fides – not to mention the A-list guests on this album – that 21 Savage is not yet a household name…i am > i was should change that.”Pitchforksummed it up best by writing,“i am > i was shatters the notion of 21 Savage as a specialist with a narrow purview and audience, and recasts him as a star in waiting, all without forcing him into unflattering contortions. It also cements him as a far more original stylist than other hopefuls from Atlanta.”

Right now, he covers the latest issue of Billboard. Check it out HERE!

21 Savage tears up the road throughout 2019.

Get ready for more surprises.

TOUR DATES:

7/10 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion

7/12 – Houston, TX – White Oak Amphitheatre

7/13 – Dallas, TX – Southside Ballroom

7/16 – Phoenix, AZ – Comerica Theatre *

7/18 – San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Amphitheater

7/19 – Los Angeles, CA – The Shrine *

7/20 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

7/23 – Portland, OR – Veterans Memorial Coliseum

7/25 – Seattle, WA – WaMu Theater

7/27 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium

7/30 – Minneapolis, MN – Myth

8/2 – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza

8/4 – Detroit, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill

8/6 – Washington, DC – The Anthem

8/8 – New York, NY – Pier 17 *

8/10 – Boston, MA – Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell

8/11 – Baltimore, MD – Moonrise Festival

8/14 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater

8/15 – Charlotte, NC – Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre

8/16 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy

*Without DaBaby

About 21 Savage:

With an unapologetic flow, bulletproof bars, and deadly hooks, 21 Savage left an indelible mark on hip-hop as a true original. His full-length debut, Issa Album, clinched #2 behind Jay-Z’s 4:44 on the Billboard Top 200, earned a gold certification from the RIAA, and garnered widespread acclaim from Pitchfork, XXL, and more. At the same time, it produced a string of definitive hits for 2017, including the triple-platinum “Bank Account.” Within months of its release, he returned to the top of the charts on the collaborative epic, Without Warning, alongside Offset and Metro Boomin. It landed at #4 on the Billboard Top 200 and yielded the platinum “Ghostface Killers” [feat. Travis Scott]. Simultaneously, he featured on the year’s biggest hit, Post Malone’s six-times platinum“rockstar” and joined his collaborator for a sold out summer tour. Showing a greater 21 Savage, i am > i was, brings us closer and takes it to the next level all around.

About DaBaby:

Since ambushing the music scene in 2015, DaBaby, formerly known as Baby Jesus, has made a huge impact on the Carolina music scene well before embracing his current alias. He explains his decision on “DaBaby (Intro),” a short introduction on 2016’s God’s Work Resurrected, his first mixtape under the new moniker. Multiple mixtapes followed in the coming months, with 2017 offering Billion Dollar Baby, Baby Talk, Baby Talk 2, 3, and 4, as well as Back on My Baby Jesus Sh!t. 2018 continued in a similarly prolific fashion with Baby Talk 5 and Blank Blank. Baby On Baby, released March 1st, debuted at #4 on Apple Music Top 100, #25 on Billboard 200, and earned Dababy a #1 slot on Pandora’s Trendsetters Chart.

About Live Nation Entertainment:

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

“Tyla Yaweh is already doing big things […] there’s a pop sensibility to Tyla’s music that makes it palatable to the masses…” – Pigeons and Planes

“…the 23-year-old rapper is clearly on his own wave and he’s making music that crosses ‘all genres’ with a tip of positivity.” – Hot New Hip Hop

“[His]infectious energy is a key reason Yaweh was able to win over so many people…” – Billboard

“Yaweh lets loose the sort of rock-tinged, trap-infused R&B that’s earned him comparisons to Swae Lee… With stylistic range, a Post Malone co-sign and a sizable buzz at his back, Yaweh is all set to level up. Get to know him…” – XXL

“The song is about my life,” explains Yaweh. “I’m living an ultimate high. I went from being homeless to traveling the globe with Rockstars, being able to connect and spread positive vibes to so many people.”

“High Right Now” proves equally intoxicating and irresistible. Yaweh levitates through an ornate church as gorgeous gothic ballerinas sway to the echoes of airy clean guitar and codeine-drenched trap drums. His woozy flows give way to a fiery falsetto refrain, “I’m so high right now. I don’t think I’ll ever come down.” With its ominous setting, this alternative hip-hop séance casts an unbreakable spell.

A standout from Yaweh’s new project Heart Full of Rage [London Entertainment/Epic Records], “High Right Now” has already cracked 8.6 million streams and counting, and currently finds him covering the coveted Signed XOXO playlist on Spotify. Meanwhile, the project as a whole recently tallied in excess of 27.5 million streams world-wide.

Right now, he continues to bring his high-energy show on a world tour alongside Post Malone and Jaden Smith in Australia, having recently wrapped a European arena run supporting Malone himself. Yaweh recently shared an explosive performance video of “High Right Now” live from Europe, which can be viewed HERE. At the end of May, he returns stateside for a series of high-profile festival spots over the Summer and Fall, including Governors Ball (Bud Light Dive Bar Sessions), Bonnaroo, Firefly, Lollapalooza, Life is Beautiful and more. Additionally, he is confirmed for a slew of European sets, including the iconic Reading and Leeds. Check out the confirmed itinerary below.

All signs point to a major breakthrough for Tyla Yaweh. One hit of Heart Full of Rage, and you’ll be hooked. Get it HERE.

ABOUT TYLA YAWEH:

A new kind of rockstar, Tyla Yaweh defies everything, even genre. He seamlessly merges R&B, hip-hop, and pop without apology. As a result, he quietly became a phenomenon. Beyond racking up over 30 million cumulative streams, the Orlando-born and Los Angeles-based disruptor has performed alongside everyone from Post Malone to Saint JHN and collaborated with the likes of Ski Mask The Slump God, Juice WRLD, and more. Not to mention, he received acclaim from Complex, HotNewHipHop, and more. Breaking rules and boundaries all at once, he’s primed to explode in 2019 with the aptly titled Heart Full Of Rage.

Just in time for summer, the four-song project spotlights his sun-kissed combo of breezy alternative, swaggering R&B, and clever pop.“Rum n Tequila” sets the tone with its bright acoustic guitar, organic handclaps, and shimmering piano. Buoyed by his deft range and slick falsetto, the track builds from admissions of “listenin’ to Tay Swift” into an intoxicating and confessional chant, “Now I’m sippin’ on my rum n tequila tryin’ to numb all the pain.” Elsewhere, title track “If We Never Met” paints a wistful and nostalgic picture over a vibe-y soundscape, while “1999” winds the clock back with hip-hop cadences and TRL-ready boasts.

Check out the full tracklisting below.

As a big year looms on the horizon, it’s time to meetJOHN.k…

With a dynamic voice and effortless cool, JOHN.k invites listeners to experience an eternal summer all year-round. The Florida native quietly cemented himself as an artist to watch and in 2017, Elvis Duran handpicked the independent rising star as his “Artist of the Month.” Not only did he land features from Nylon, Billboard, Huffington Post, and more, but he also staked out coveted real estate on top Spotify playlists such as New Music Friday. Within two years, he independently amassed upwards of 50 million streams and charted a bona fide hit in the form of “OT.” Signed to Epic Records in 2019, he now brings the sunshine to soul on the if we never met EP.

Once again, the critically acclaimed pop extraterrestrial illuminates the boundlessness of her alternative alchemy. Morgan’s breathy delivery careens alongside stark piano keys as the track morphs from a minimalist ballad into a magnetic anthem punctuated by eighties-style synths. At the center, it emits lyrical provocations a la “Am I in love? Is it in my head? Did I fuck this up? Will I end up dead? God bless our souls!”

Stay tuned for the premiere of the music video very soon.

The song arrives just in time for the kickoff of her return to the road. Beginning tonight in Washington, D.C. at 9:30 Club, she supports LÉON on her 2019 You And I Touras direct support. The trek stops in major markets everywhere before concluding May 21 in Nashville, TN at The Basement East. Not to mention, it’s nearly half sold-out.

Check out the full itinerary below and pick up remaining tickets HERE before they’re gone.

Get ready for a massive 2019 from the chanteuse. God bless Morgan Saint…

Morgan Saint unleashed her sophomore EP, ALIEN [Epic Records], last fall and continues to turn heads. In a recent piece, Ones To Watch just described her as “the Left-of-Center pop star of your dreams,” and Interviewconducted an in-depth profile. Idolator summed up ALIEN best as “an otherworldly, synth-pop adventure.” With a hypnotic vulnerable delivery, elevated presentation that defies gender and genre alike, and inimitable je ne sais quoi, she earned widespread acclaim from the New Yorker, Vogue, Pigeons & Planes, Time, NME, WWD, i-D, Harper’s Bazaar, Galore, and Paper who exalted her among “100 Women Revolutionizing Pop.” She ignited the stage at Lollapalooza and Life Is Beautiful in addition to captivating audiences with the likes of lovelytheband.

Born and raised on Long Island, Morgan Saint learned piano and taught herself guitar during her formative years. Graduating from Parsons New School for Design, she gravitated towards music and artists who weren’t afraid to be themselves. With all her songs self-penned, she’s also crafted stunning videos that expand her creative canvas and vividly complement her music iterations as evidenced by her debut EP 17 HERO and follow-up ALIEN.

TOUR DATES:

4/19

Washington, DC

9:30 Club [SOLD OUT]

4/20

Philadelphia, PA

Foundry [SOLD OUT]

4/23

Boston, MA

Paradise Rock Club [SOLD OUT]

4/24

New York, NY

Irving Plaza [SOLD OUT]

4/26

Montreal, QC

Café Campus

4/27

Toronto, ON

Mod Club Theatre [SOLD OUT]

4/29

Chicago, IL

House of Blues

4/30

Minneapolis, MN

Fine Line

5/3

Denver, CO

Summit

5/4

Salt Lake City, UT

Urban Lounge

5/6

Portland, OR

Wonder Ballroom

5/7

Vancouver, BC

Imperial

5/8

Seattle, WA

Neptune Theatre

5/10

San Francisco, CA

August Hall [SOLD OUT]

5/11

Anaheim, CA

Pariah House of Blues [SOLD OUT]

5/12

Los Angeles, CA

Bellasco Theater

5/14

Phoenix, AZ

Crescent Ballroom

5/16

Austin, TX

Antone’s Nightclub [SOLD OUT]

5/17

Dallas, TX

Cambridge House of Blues

5/18

Houston, TX

Bronze Peacock House of Blues

5/20

Atlanta, GA

Aisle 5

5/21

Nashville, TN

The Basement East

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MODEST MOUSE SHARE SECOND SONG “I’M STILL HERE” FROM RECORD STORE DAY RELEASE

MODEST MOUSE SHARE SECOND SONG “I’M STILL HERE” FROM RECORD STORE DAY RELEASE

(April 19, 2019 – Los Angeles, CA) – Modest Mouse has digitally released the second track from their exclusive run of Record Store Day exclusive triangle 7”’s, the frenzied affirmations of “I’m Still Here.” The band previously released their first new music in over four years with the fuzz-punk song “Poison The Well.” Stream/Buy “I’m Still Here” HEREand “Poison The Well” HERE. These are the first two songs in a series of installments.

Modest Mouse recently announced a fall tour with The Black Keys, playing arena dates across the U.S. and Canada. See all tour dates below and visit www.modestmouse.com for tickets and more information.

Modest Mouse’s last release was their 2015 album Strangers To Ourselves, which featured their #1 Alternative radio single “Lampshades on Fire”, and was described by NME as “brilliantly deranged”. The band has toured relentlessly since then, proving themselves to be one of the most consistent live acts today. In 2014, the band re-released their first two albums, This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About and The Lonesome Crowded West, on CD and vinyl through Brock’s Glacial Pace record label. Modest Mouse’s current lineup includes Brock, Jeremiah Green, Tom Peloso, Jim Fairchild, Russell Higbee, Lisa Molinaro, Ben Massarella and Davey Brozowski.

Backed by bright piano, a metronomic beat, and lively horns, the track builds from breathy verses into a show-stopping falsetto-driven refrain on which he croons, “Wonder when it’s my day to shine?” He notably teamed up with GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter and producer Elof Loelv [Rihanna, Tove Lo] to co-write the tune.

About the transformative single, he had this to say, “‘Shine’is the first song I wrote for my upcoming album. In a way, it was also the birth of what would become Brother Leo. I was in a pretty dark place when this song came to life. The writing process out to be quite therapeutic and became a turning point for me, both personally and creatively. To some, this will probably just be another happy tune, and that’s more than fine by me—but for me, it’s something totally different.”

It’s also something of a self-fulling prophecy as he’ll no doubt shine brighter than ever throughout 2019 as he readies his first album for release soon!

Brother Leo remains on the cusp of an international breakthrough. The artist’s November 2018 single “Push Up” just crossed 1.5 million streams. Meanwhile, his Fatboy Slim-produced summer single “Strangers On An Island” clocked over 3.5 million streams and counting. Additionally, NME christened it “A gorgeous, laid-back slice of pop magic,” and Wonderland exclaimed, “You’ll be wanting to direct your attention to the surreal, but mesmerizing visuals for Brother Leo’s Strangers On An Island.”

Named after Svensson’s more confident and free childhood imaginary twin, Brother Leo officially made his worldwide debut in 2018. The dynamic nature of the music aligns with his rather unbelievable story. Long before his emergence as Brother Leo, mom forced her son born Ola to participate in boys’ choir and take piano lessons when all he “really cared about was football.”At only 17, he played professional soccer for former UEFA-cup team Trelleborgs FF. After singing during a school function, friends clamored for him to audition for Pop Idol. Despite his reluctance, he ended up landing a deal in his native Sweden as a result. Unlocking a quirky, clever, and catchy signature style, Ola achieved a string of number ones off the back of his Swedish debut before making his bones as an in-demand songwriter with cuts for gnash, Hailee Steinfeld, Akon, and more under his given name. He assumed the identity of Brother Leo in 2018 and began writing and recording with Mark Ralph [Clean Bandit, Years & Years, Jax Jones], Coffee [Rihanna, Dua Lipa, Justin Bieber], Dan Grech [Lana Del Rey, Liam Gallagher, George Ezra], and more.

TOM WALKER RETURNS TO THE U.S. FOR SUMMER TOUR

(April 19, 2019 – Los Angeles, CA) – Following a #1 debut in the UK and over 750 million streams for his new full-length album, What A Time To Be Alive [Epic Records], Tom Walker reveals the details for his upcoming nine-date North American tour this summer. He returns to the road stateside on Wednesday July 24 at Lincoln Hall in Chicago, IL, performs in major markets up and down the eastern seaboard, and concludes the run Tuesday August 5 at Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY.

The BRIT Award-winning UK singer, songwriter, and artistcontinues to make waves on both sides of the pond. Billboard recently profiled him with an in-depth feature and praised What A Time To Be Alive as a “14-song collection of heartfelt lyrics, striking guitar and striking vocals.” He also delivered a standout performance of the breakout single “Just You & I” on The Late Late Show with James Corden.

Since its debut on March 1, What A Time To Be Alive has consistently occupied a spot in the UK Top 5. Meanwhile, the album put up impressive numbers across the board. “Leave A Light On” has tallied 410 million-plus cumulative streams and 120 million views thus far and soared to #1 in 20 countries. The follow-up “Just You And I” surpassed 165 million streams and stands out as the #1 Radio Airplay Song in the UK. Not to mention, it continues climbing the charts at Hot AC radio in the United States.

Earlier this year, Walker received his first-ever honor at the prestigious BRIT Awards—cementing him among an elite club of honorees including Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Dua Lipa, and more. Don’t miss him live!

Be on the lookout for a whole lot more from Tom Walker very soon.

TRACKLISTING:

Angels

Leave A Light On

Not Giving In

How Can You Sleep At Night

Now You’re Gone [feat. Zara Larsson]

My Way

Blessings

Cry Out

Dominoes

Fade Away

Just You & I

The Show

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES:

7/24

Chicago, IL

Lincoln Hall

7/26

Nashville, TN

Mercy Lounge

7/27

Atlanta, GA

The Loft

7/29

Washington, DC

U Street Music Hall

7/31

Philadelphia, PA

The Foundry

8/2

Montreal, Canada

Osheaga Festival

8/3

Boston, MA

Brighton Music Hall

8/5

New York, NY

Bowery Ballroom

8/6

New York, NY

Williamsburg Music Hall

ABOUT TOM WALKER

Tom Walker brings a whole lot of shine, soul, and spirit to popular music and culture. In doing so, the Scotland-born and Manchester-raised singer and songwriter quietly vaulted towards international stardom during 2018. His breakout single “Leave A Light On” achieved global sales of 2.5 million, captured #1 on iTunes in 20 countries, and went platinum in nine territories including the UK, Netherlands, France, Germany and Australia and gold in four countries. Becoming the “6th most Shazam’ed track in the world,” it also generated upwards of 390 million cumulative streams and 110 million video views within six months. As the song took off, he hit the stage for television performances on both sides of the pond, appearing on UK X Factor twice and on The Today Show stateside. A true live phenomenon, he entertained over 800,000 fans in 2018 between headline gigs and a high-profile tour alongside The Script. Topping off the year, he garnered the ASCAP Vanguard Award, placing him in good company with previous honorees such as Dua Lipa and Calvin Harris, to name a few. Additionally, he received a coveted BRIT Award in the category of “British Breakthrough Artist.”

Still, everything merely set the stage for his full-length debut, What A Time To Be Alive, arriving March 1, 2019 via Epic Records. He preceded the release with an updated version of his fan favorite “Just You And I,” which previously racked up over 100 million streams. On the verge of a massive new year, Walker continues to deliver anthems with honesty and heart like only he can.

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FRENCH MONTANA DROPS NEW BANGER “SLIDE” FEATURING BLUEFACE & LIL TJAY

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Once again, he drops an event-level blockbuster, joining forces with two of the game’s hottest young talents. French taps into a high-energy cadence, sliding into the pocket with style. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Bronx phenomenon Lil TJay turns up with fresh East Coast fire. Southern California star and West Coast viral disruptor BLUEFACE shows up for a scene-stealing and meme-able cameo with no shortage of personality. It has all the ingredients of a summer smash…

A movie-style music video shot on-location in South Central makes its debut on VEVO/YouTube today. With style and pops of color inspired by Mexico’s Day of the Dead and Dick Tracy in equal measure, the visual unfurls as a psychedelic O.G. odyssey complete with shiny skull heads and monochromatic Al Capone-era suits. It sets the scene for these three stars to drop into the “slide” dance, which will undoubtedly transform into a phenomenon of its own.

BET Jams will debut the video on-air beginning at 9am ET, spinning it every hour on the hour. Additionally, they will display it in Times Square on their billboard-located on the side of the Viacom building.

Breaking the mold yet again, French performed “Slide” for the first time on Tuesday’s episode of NCIS: New Orleans. Tune in to CBS to catch this high-octane performance bookended by 2018’s smash “No Stylist” on-demand.

Speaking of “No Stylist,” it just received a platinum certification from the RIAA. The Drake-assisted hit also crossed 200 million streams on Spotify this week.

Get ready to “Slide” with French Montana this summer as he readies his new album for release soon.

Some artists blur genres, but French Montana blurs borders. His inimitable fusion of classic East Coast rhymes, wavy pop swagger, and international ambition elevated him to the forefront of the game on a global scale. 2017 saw him ascend to superstar status with the blockbuster smash “UNFORGETTABLE” [feat. Swae Lee], which cemented him in the “Billion Club” for streaming and earned a quintuple-platinum certification from the RIAA. Meanwhile, his sophomore effort, JUNGLE RULES, went gold and dominated the charts. At the same time, he has left an indelible mark on communities around the globe. In addition to becoming the very first rap ambassador of Global Citizen, he staunchly supported humanitarian efforts, spanning DACA, the viral Mama Hope #UNFORGETTABLE Dance Challenge, which raised over $500,000-plus, and his Pan-African health and education movement into Morocco with Care Morocco. 2018 also saw him become a U.S. Citizen after emigrating to the South Bronx from Morocco at just 13-years-old.

If anyone can not only change music, but the world at large, it’s French Montana.

Helmed by legendary Academy® Award-winning producer T Bone Burnett, the album boasts a series of fan favorite singles such as “Fire,” “Saint Honesty,”“No Such Thing,”and “Armor”—which Varietydubbed “exuberantly feminist.” Not to mention, she continues to attract widespread acclaim. In an in-depth profile, Los Angeles Times fittingly described the record as “raw” and “stripped down.” She also recently appeared on an episode of Carpool Karaokealongside none other than Tony® Award winner Ben Platt. Additionally, she just wrapped up a packed mini-tour with sellouts everywhere and hosted a New York Times Talk.

Amidst the Chaos represents Bareilles at her most exposed, engaging, and enthralling. Intimate piano and poetic lyrics comprise an emotional journey throughout these twelve tracks. “If I Can’t Have You” borders on simmering soul. Elsewhere, “Poetry By Dead Men” evokes the spirit of a literary opus. Everything culminates on the poignant and powerful ballad “A Safe Place To Land” [feat. John Legend], which highlights her range alongside the iconic crooner.

This week, Bareilles launches a full-scale television takeover. On Saturday April 6, she takes the stage for a performance on Saturday Night Live followed by Good Morning America April 8, The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Late Late Show with James Corden April 10, and The Talk April 12. Be sure to tune in!

Sara Bareilles emerges with her most impassioned, inimitable, and important body of work yet Amidst the Chaos.

2018 marked yet another landmark year for Sara. Among numerous accolades, she co-hosted the Tony Awards®, received an Emmy® Award nomination for her role in “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert,” as well as a GRAMMY® Award nomination for the “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert” soundtrack and garnered the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s Hal David Starlight Award. She also teamed up with Apple as an executive producer for “Little Voice” a 10-episode series, which she will create the original music for. This continued an impressive run of music and creative projects. 2013’s Blessed Unrest would be nominated as “Album of the Year” at the GRAMMY® Awards. Shortly after, she penned the music for the Broadway hit, Waitress, for which she achieved her first Tony® Award nomination for “Best Score” and a 2017 GRAMMY® nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album.” She also made her Broadway acting debut in 2017 by stepping into the lead role in Waitress.

The songstress once again drops a confident, catchy, and clever hook over buoyant production. The track sees her firing on all cylinders creatively as she maintains her prolific output. It also paves the way for more music to come as she readies her next official single.

Ahead of the song’s release, earlier this week Zara announced a new series of European headlining shows throughout May and June. The routing will bring her through the UK, Germany, and The Netherlands. The trek follows her previously announced North American headlining tour, which kicks off next month and includes sold out shows in Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Washington, D.C., and New York. As Zara remains synonymous with high-energy and unforgettable concerts, these dates will be unforgettable. Remaining tickets are available HERE.

Zara’s headlining run precedes a summer-long international trek supporting Ed Sheeran, which expands with newly added dates across Europe. Check out the full international tour itinerary below.

Her most recent single “Ruin My Life” just surpassed 250 million cumulative streams. Discussing the song, she recently sat down with Timewho claimed, “Zara Larsson is a pop star who’s about more than just the music.” She also chatted with Billboard in-depth!

Right now, she’s putting the finishing touches on her forthcoming second full-length and the follow-up to 2017’s gold-certified history-making debut, So Good.

Every once in a while, a woman comes along and flips everything upside down. When it comes to pop music, Zara Larsson is that woman. The 20-year-old Swedish singer and songwriter quietly ascended to the forefront of modern pop with undeniable talent, uncompromising attitude, and unbelievable songcraft. As a result, she made history. Her RIAA gold-certified 2017 full-length, So Good, holds the distinction of being “the second most-streamed debut on Spotify by a female artist ever,” eclipsing 5 billion streams. Among a bevy of smashes, “Ain’t My Fault” went gold, “Lush Life” went platinum and “Never Forget You” with MNEK went triple-platinum. Among numerous accolades, she has won favorite Swedish Star at the Nickelodeon Kid’s choice awards 2016, 2017 and 2018! She also landed best newcomer and worldwide act at the 2016 MTV EMA’s. She notably took the stage at the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Concert to perform “Symphony” alongside Clean Bandit. Meanwhile, she achieved four Swedish Grammi Awards, (2018) namely “Best Song,” “Best Album,” and “Artist of the Year” Snagged spot’s on TIME Magazine’s “30 Most Influential Teens of 2016,”Billboard’s “21 Under 21” of 2017, Maxim’s Hot 100 of 2018. Additionally, she has received nominations at the Teen Choice Awards, MTV VMAs, and more.

EUROPEAN HEADLINE TOUR DATES

5/21

Albert Hall

Manchester, UK

5/22

Electric Brixton

London, UK

6/20

Muffathalle

Munich, DE

6/25

Carlswerk Victoria

Cologne, DE

6/26

Melkweg

Amsterdam, NL

U.S. HEADLINE TOUR DATES

4/29

The Fillmore

San Francisco, CA

4/30

Fonda Theater

Los Angeles, CA

5/2

Observatory

Santa Ana, CA

5/6

House of Blues

Chicago, IL

5/8

Paradise

Boston, MA

5/9

Irving Plaza

New York, NY

5/11

9:30 Club

Washington, D.C.

5/12

Union Transfer

Philadelphia, PA

FESTIVAL DATES

9/21

iHeartRadio Music Festival Outdoor Stage

Las Vegas, NV

5/25

BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend

Middlesbrough, UK

6/14

Firenze Rocks

Florence, Italy

7/13

Stavernfestiavlen

Norway, Larvik

8/8

Way Out West Festival

Sweden, Göteborg

9/21

iHeartRadio Music Festival

Las Vegas, NV

TOUR DATES WITH ED SHEERAN

5/24

Groupama Stadium

Lyon, France

5/25

Groupama Stadium

Lyon, France

5/29

Matmut Atlantique

Bordeaux, France

6/1

Estadio Da Luz

Lisbon, Portugal

6/2

Estadio Da Luz

Lisbon, Portugal

6/7

Estadi Olímpic de Montjuïc Lluís Companys

Barcelona, Spain

6/11

Wanda Metropolitano

Madrid, Spain

6/16

Stadio Olimpico

Rome, Italy

6/19

Stadio San Siro

Milan, Italy

6/22

Hockenheimring

Hockenheim, Germany

6/23

Hockenheimring

Hockenheim, Germany

6/28

Wörthersee Stadion

Klagenfurt, Austria

6/29

Wörthersee Stadion

Klagenfurt, Austria

7/3

Arena Națională

Bucharest, Romania

7/7

Letiště Letnany

Prague, Czech Republic

7/8

Letiště Letnany

Prague, Czech Republic

7/12

Lucavsala Park

Riga, Latvia

7/19

Otkritie Arena (Spartak)

Moscow, Russia

7/23

Malmi Airport

Helsinki, Finland

7/24

Malmi Airport

Helsinki, Finland

7/27

Tusindaarsskoven

Odense, Denmark

7/28

Tusindaarsskoven

Odense, Denmark

8/2

Messegelände

Hannover, Germany

8/3

Messegelände

Hannover, Germany

8/10

Laugardalsvöllur

Reykjavik, Iceland

8/11

Laugardalsvöllur

Reykjavik, Iceland

MODEST MOUSE SHARE “POISON THE WELL” A-SIDE FROM RECORD STORE DAY TRIANGLE 7”

MODEST MOUSE SHARE “POISON THE WELL” A-SIDE FROM RECORD STORE DAY TRIANGLE 7”

(March 29, 2019 – Los Angeles, CA) – Modest Mouse recently announced that they are participating in Record Store Day on April 13th with an exclusive triangle 7” featuring their first new music in over four years. The release includes A-side “Poison The Well” and the previously unreleased B-side, “I’m Still Here”. Find participating stores HERE.

Today, they’ve shared the A-side, “Poison The Well” which is also available on all digital platforms. Listen to “Poison The Well” HERE. Watch the lyric video for the song HERE.

Modest Mouse recently announced a fall tour with The Black Keys, playing arena dates across the U.S. and Canada. See all tour dates below and visit www.modestmouse.com for tickets and more information.

Modest Mouse’s last release was their 2015 album Strangers To Ourselves, which featured their #1 Alternative radio single “Lampshades on Fire.” The band has toured relentlessly since then, proving themselves to be one of the most consistent live acts today. In 2014, the band re-released their first two albums, This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About and The Lonesome Crowded West, on CD and vinyl through Brock’s Glacial Pace record label. Modest Mouse’s current lineup includes Brock, Jeremiah Green, Tom Peloso, Jim Fairchild, Russell Higbee, Lisa Molinaro, Ben Massarella and Davey Brozowski.

Modest Mouse on tour:

09-23 Denver, CO – Pepsi Center

09-24 Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center

09-25 St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

09-27 Chicago, IL – United Center

09-28 Minneapolis, MN – Target Center

09-30 Cleveland, OH – Quicken Loans Arena

10-01 Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

10-02 Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

10-04 Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum

10-05 Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena

10-07 Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

10-08 Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena

10-09 Toronto, Ontario – Scotiabank Arena

10-11 Boston, MA – TD Garden

10-12 Washington, DC – The Anthem

10-14 Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Arena

10-15 Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center

11-05 Sunrise, FL – BB&T Center

11-06 Orlando, FL – Amway Center

11-08 Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

11-09 Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

11-12 Houston, TX – Toyota Center

11-13 Austin, TX – Frank Erwin Center

11-14 Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena

11-16 Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Arena

11-17 San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena

11-19 Los Angeles, CA – The Forum

11-22 Portland, OR – Moda Center

11-23 Tacoma, WA – Tacoma Dome

11-24 Vancouver, British Columbia – Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena

DJ KHALED ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM FATHER OF ASAHD OUT MAY 17, 2019 HOSTING NICKELODEON KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS LIVE THIS SATURDAY

(Los Angeles, CA – March 22, 2019) Sharingthe details for what promises to be his biggest record yet, DJ Khaled reveals his twelfth full-length—the mega-anticipated Father […]

DJ KHALED ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM FATHER OF ASAHD OUT MAY 17, 2019 HOSTING NICKELODEON KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS LIVE THIS SATURDAY

(Los Angeles, CA – March 22, 2019) Sharingthe details for what promises to be his biggest record yet, DJ Khaled reveals his twelfth full-length—the mega-anticipated Father of Asahd—will arrive in stores and at all digital retailers on May 17, 2019 via We The Best Music Group/Epic Records.

The GRAMMY® nominated multiplatinum artist, music industry visionary, innovative influencer, mogul, and mega-producer personally disclosed the date on social media this morning and set the internet on fire as it trended worldwide. In keeping with a history of making major moves in the midst of other major moves, Khaled sends the culture into a frenzy by unveiling the news on the eve of the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards—which he will host for the first time tomorrow, Saturday March 23. It airs LIVE at 8p ET. Expect many surprises and his presence to fuel the proceedings.

Following back-to-back number one debuts on the Billboard Top 200, countless multiplatinum and gold plaques, a Hot 100 #1, and billions of streams, Khaled raised the bar yet again for Father of Asahd. The album represents him at the peak of his powers as an artist, producer, curator, and musical force with his most unexpected and earth-shattering collaborations to date. He will drop more hints soon as well as the first single as anticipation only increases.

Named after his two-year-old son and the album’s co-producer, Father of Asahd stands primed to be his most powerful moment yet.

He preceded the release with the bold and rowdy single “Run It Up” [feat. YBN Nahmir, G Herbo, & Blac Youngsta]. Not only did it gather 4 million-plus Spotify streams, but it also racked up over 5.3 million YouTube views for the music video and 2.6 million plays on the static audio in a few months’ time. Beyond this lead-off, he delivers three more tightly woven anthems on the project. It blasts out of the gate with the dynamic “Lil Baby” before he gets personal on “Too Much To Lose.” Meanwhile, he drops an impressive duet on “Hold Up” [feat. Queen Naija], bringing together two of the game’s most promising new voices for a definitive team-up.

He’s got nothing to be sorry for it all with this brash, bright, and bumping body of work!

On March 27, he hits the road for the “Breaking The Internet”Tour. Tickets are already going fast, so be sure to catch him on this run. Check out the full itinerary below.

DDG continues to inspire critical acclaim as well. Complex noted, “He’s a viral sensation that’s destined to become your favorite rapper, especially if he continues to capitalize on eye-catching performances,”and Rolling Out spotlighted him with an in-depth video interview.

Be on the lookout for him to make more major moves in 2019!

Standing out with his sharp signature flow, DDG put Pontiac, MI on the map as an undeniable presence online and force behind the mic. He broke through to mainstream popularity by teaming with Famous Dex for “Lettuce.” Capitalizing on this momentum, he dropped the 2018 independent project Take Me Serious, which catapulted him to the forefront of rap’s next era. Standouts on a stacked tracklisting, “Arguments” racked up 27 million YouTube views and 13 million streams as “Givenchy” followed closely on its heels with 22 million YouTube views and 12 million streams. Inking a deal between his own DDG Entertainment and Epic Records in 2019, he’s positioned to pop off from Pontiac and onto the global stage in 2019.

The 12-track album includes a string of breakthrough singles by the troubadour, including his international breakout “Leave A Light On.” Not only did the track capture #1 in 20 countries, but it also amassed over 390 million cumulative streams and 110 million views to date. Meanwhile, “Just You and I” eclipsed 100 million total streams thus far. Idolatordescribed the latest release “Not Giving In” as “a rousing call for perseverance and self-love.”

As a whole, the record highlights his diverse and dynamic sonic sensibility, echoing moments of folk, indie, soul, alternative, and pop with charisma and confidence. He teams up with labelmate and fellow rising star Zara Larsson on the lovelorn call-and-response of “Now You’re Gone.” Elsewhere, the soulfully hypnotic “My Way” culminates on a vulnerable, yet vital chant “I’ll know I did it my way.” The record concludes on the sultry drumming and stark delivery of “The Show.” Each moment illustrates his versatility, while spotlighting his robust voice. Each track hinges on his vivid and articulate songcraft. His voice as a songwriter shines just as brightly as his dynamic vocals do.

Check out the full tracklisting below.

Closing out a banner week, he graced the stage of NBC’s Today on Tuesday for an unforgettable performance of “Just You & I.” In case you missed it, watch it HERE. Additionally, he performed on Billboard Live the same day. Check it out HERE.

Recently, Walker took home his first-ever honor at the prestigious BRIT Awards across the pond. Crowned “British Breakthrough Artist”, he joins the ranks of previous honorees such as Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Dua Lipa, and more. Following a brief West Coast tour, he will be revealing more tour plans very soon. Check out the itinerary thus far below.

Experience What A Time To Be Alive and the music of Tom Walker now.

TRACKLISTING:

Angels

Leave A Light On

Not Giving In

How Can You Sleep At Night

Now You’re Gone [feat. Zara Larsson]

My Way

Blessings

Cry Out

Dominoes

Fade Away

Just You & I

The Show

WEST COAST TOUR DATES:

3/27

Seattle, WA

Barboza

3/28

Vancouver, B.C.

Imperial

3/29

Portland, OR

Wonder Ballroom

3/31

San Francisco, CA

Rickshaw Shop

4/1

Los Angeles, CA

The Roxy Theatre

ABOUT TOM WALKER

Tom Walker brings a whole lot of shine, soul, and spirit to popular music and culture. In doing so, the Scotland-born and Manchester-raised singer and songwriter quietly vaulted towards international stardom during 2018. His breakout single “Leave A Light On” achieved global sales of 2.5 million, captured #1 on iTunes in 20 countries, and went platinum in eight territories including the UK, Netherlands, France, and Australia and gold in five countries such as Germany and Spain. Becoming the “6th most Shazam’ed track in the world,” it also generated upwards of 390 million cumulative streams and 110 million video views within six months. As the song took off, he hit the stage for television performances on both sides of the pond, appearing on UK X Factor twice and on The Today Show stateside. A true live phenomenon, he entertained over 800,000 fans in 2018 between headline gigs and a high-profile tour alongside The Script. Topping off the year, he garnered the ASCAP Vanguard Award, placing him in good company with previous honorees such as Dua Lipa and Calvin Harris, to name a few. Additionally, he received a coveted BRIT Award in the category of “British Breakthrough Artist.”

Still, everything merely set the stage for his full-length debut, What A Time To Be Alive, arriving March 1, 2019 via Epic Records. He preceded the release with an updated version of his fan favorite “Just You And I,” which previously racked up over 100 million streams. On the verge of a massive new year, Walker continues to deliver anthems with honesty and heart like only he can.

HOODCELEBRITYY SHARES BRAND NEW TRACK “INSIDE”

Perfecting her hypnotic hybrid of hip-hop, dancehall, pop, and reggae, the Jamaican-born and Bronx-based songstress swings from galloping cadences on the verses towards an island-inflected chorus. Ripe with international flavor and cosmopolitan attitude, the track amplifies her influence and impact yet again. Its high-energy music video will premiere very soon.

Stay tuned!

HoodCelebrityyconfidently carries international style and substance to the culture. Following her emergence in 2017, she landed a hit with“Walking Trophy,”which clocked 11.7 million Spotify streams and counting. Meanwhile, herInna Real LifeEPboasted the official remix of the song featuringFabolousand Trey Songz. Along the way, she garnered acclaim fromThe New Yorker,Rolling Stone,The Fader, and many more. Additionally, she featured on high-profile collaborations with everyone fromFrench Montanato EstelleandLil KimtoMachel MontanoandVybz Kartel. She adds a whole new dimension to popular music in 2019 with her first major label full-length coming soon.

A fiery fusion of R&B, hip-hop, and pop by way of rockstar-level attitude and style, the ten-track collection highlights his instantly recognizable voice and slick and sticky hooks. It jumps from the immediately irresistible “Salute” [feat. French Montana] to the smoked-out first single “Who Shot Johnny?” Meanwhile, his voice takes flight on the airy “Wraith Skating” [feat. PnB Rock] before the tense closer “Ain’t What They Seem.”

Check out the full tracklisting below!

Right now, Tyla is supporting global superstar Post Malone across Europe for the next month before returning stateside for a series of festival performances, including Bonnaroo, Firefly, and Lollapalooza, to name a few. The remaining dates can be found below.

With more surprises in store, Tyla’s Heart Full Of Rage beats uncontrollably now.

A new kind of rockstar, Tyla Yaweh defies everything, even genre. He seamlessly merges R&B, hip-hop, and pop without apology. As a result, he quietly became a phenomenon. Beyond racking up over 22 million cumulative streams, the Orlando-born and Los Angeles-based disruptor has performed alongside everyone from Post Malone to Saint JHN and collaborated with the likes of Ski Mask The Slump God, Juice WRLD, and more. Not to mention, he received acclaim from Complex, HotNewHipHop, and more. Breaking rules and boundaries all at once, he’s primed to explode in 2019 with his first project for Epic Records, the aptly titled Heart Full Of Rage.

In tandem with the project’s arrival, he shared the music video for “SAFE.” Watch it HERE! The cinematic clip hinges on a 360-degree shot of a suburban home in transition as its denizens face life’s trials and tribulations in raw, real, and relatable fashion. Airy synths and sparse production bristle against hypnotic admissions such as “I’m under too much pressure.” It all culminates on the hummable hook, “There’s a place in my head where I’m safe in my head.”

“SAFE” represents just one facet of the EP.

Elsewhere, the lead single “Eyelids” hinges on powerhouse rapping and a hyper-charged hook. “I Wish” leaps forward with nimble rhymes and bold proclamations over a synth choir. Meanwhile, “Father Forgive Me,” which already clocked 3 million-plus Spotify streams, pairs old school flourishes and new school bars. In the end, RUNAWAYS primes Thompson to really take flight like never before.

Check out the full tracklisting below.

Hailing from the suburbs of Burien, WA, buzzing rapper Travis Thompson threads together emotionally charged and evocative stories with each and every rhyme. He blasted onto the mainstream radar during 2017 after earning the endorsement of fellow Pacific Northwest titan Macklemore who invited him to open up a sold-out North American tour and duet on a seminal performance during The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Capitalizing on this momentum, he rolled tape on his 13-track independent full-lengthYOUGOOD?and accompanying feature-length film. Appropriately, it premiered at a sold-out movie theater in his hometown. Along the way, “Need You” eclipsed 5 million Spotify streams with numerous other songs crossing the one-million mark. 2019 sees him positioned for stardom with a new deal for Epic Records and RUNAWAYS EP.

Epic Records was founded predominantly as a jazz and classical music label in 1953. It later expanded its scope to include diverse musical genres including pop, R&B, rock and hip hop. Over the years, the label has housed popular acts such as Boston, Celine Dion, Dave Clark Five, Fiona Apple, Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, Michael Jackson, Pearl Jam, Sade, Shakira, and Sly & the Family Stone.

Widows, from Twentieth Century Fox, Regency Enterprises and See-Saw Films, is a feature-length adaptation of the UK television series of the same name. It opened in theatres across the UK on 6th November 2018.

Sade wrote “The Big Unknown” specifically for Widows’ final scene. Over a series of conversations with Sade, Steve McQueen encouraged her to dig deep within to write a song about loss and survival. The song “The Big Unknown” speaks to the film’s spirit, but upholds the classic hallmarks of her sound, and stands out as another bold and brilliant work from the legendary songstress.

In a recent Los Angeles Times interview McQueen was quoted: “It was an honour to work with such a legend. Sade is an incomparable talent and incredible artist who so rarely releases new material, but luckily the original series of Widows had deeply resonated with her.”

“The Big Unknown” lyric video features McQueen’s cool contemporary Chicago scenes as a beautiful backdrop to lead character Veronica’s (Viola Davis) contemplation of a future unknown, and the dark times that led to that moment.

The Widows’ Original Motion Picture soundtrack album features Sade’s “The Big Unknown” and Nina Simone’s “Wild Is The Wind” alongside an intimate score by Academy® Award winner Hans Zimmer. The Widows’ soundtrack is on sale digitally on 9 November worldwide, in stores on CD on 30 November, and premium vinyl on 28 December 2018 on Milan Records.

Commanding high praise from all genres of the global musical landscape, Sade continues to redefine and remain culturally relevant.

Sade’s six studio albums have amassed a cool 70 million worldwide sales. Sade’s last album “Soldier of Love” charted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, and the title track garnered a GRAMMY® Award, earning countless critical plaudits and accolades.

“The Big Unknown” was composed by Sade Adu and Ben Travers, and produced by Sade, Ben Travers and Aaron Taylor Dean.

ABOUT WIDOWS:

UK Release: 6 November 2018

USA Release: 16 November 2018

Director: Steve McQueen

Producers: Iain Canning, Emile Sherman, Steve McQueen, Arnon Milchan

Written by: Gillian Flynn & Steve McQueen – Based on the Television Series entitled “Widows”, produced by Euston Films, Ltd., Written by Lynda Laplante

From Academy Award®-winning director Steve McQueen (12 YEARS A SLAVE) and co-writer and bestselling author Gillian Flynn (GONE GIRL) comes a blistering, modern-day thriller set against the backdrop of crime, passion and corruption. WIDOWS is the story of four women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by their dead husbands’ criminal activities. Set in contemporary Chicago, amid a time of turmoil, tensions build when Veronica (Oscar® winner Viola Davis), Linda (Michelle Rodriguez), Alice (Elizabeth Debicki) and Belle (Cynthia Erivo) take their fate into their own hands and conspire to forge a future on their own terms. WIDOWS also stars Liam Neeson, Colin Farrell, Robert Duvall, Daniel Kaluuya, Lukas Haas, and Brian Tyree Henry.